Lonnie Johnson Jr. - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Won't play Sunday Johnson (shoulder/neck) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Falcons.

Impact Johnson logged three consecutive DNPs during the Panthers' week of practice after sustaining a shoulder injury in the Week 17 loss to the Buccaneers, so missing Sunday's regular-season finale comes as no surprise. Nick Scott and Sam Franklin are expected to serve as Carolina's top reserve safeties in Johnson's stead in Week 18.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Sunday Johnson (shoulder) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact The depth safety recorded one solo tackle before leaving the contest. Johnson has played primarily on special teams this year, posting seven tackles (six solo).

DECEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Full go Wednesday Johnson (hip) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.

Impact Johnson was inactive for Carolina's Week 4 loss to the Bengals after sustaining a hip injury the week prior, but following Wednesday's full practice, it appears he's moved past the issue. Expect the 28-year-old to continue serving as a depth piece in the Panthers' secondary as the team travels to Chicago in Week 5.

OCTOBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive for Week 4 Johnson (hip) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official website reports.

Impact Johnson played exclusively on special teams through the first three games, so his absence shouldn't impact Carolina's defense. The extent of Johnson's hip injury remains unclear, but he left the Panthers' Week 3 win over the Raiders early and didn't practice during Week 4 prep.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Panthers could be without both starting guards on Sunday against the winless Bengals

The Carolina Panthers could be without both of their high-priced free agent guard acquisitions on Sunday when they host the winless Cincinnati Bengals

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Leaves game Sunday Johnson exited Sunday's 36-22 victory over the Raiders with a knee injury, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

Impact The depth safety did not record a stat before exiting. The safeties ahead of Johnson on the depth chart, Jordan Fuller, Xavier Woods, Jammie Robinson and Nick Scott, are all healthy.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves game Sunday Johnson exited Sunday's 36-22 victory over the Raiders with a groin injury, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

Impact The depth safety did not record a stat before exiting. The safeties ahead of Johnson on the depth chart, Jordan Fuller, Xavier Woods, Jammie Robinson and Nick Scott, are all healthy.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Sunday Johnson (hip) is active Sunday against the Raiders, David Newton of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Johnson was limited in practice this week, but that won't stop him from taking the field in Week 3. The veteran doesn't typically play on defense but is a regular on the Panthers' special teams unit.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to active roster Johnson signed with the Panthers' 53-man roster Tuesday, Darin Gantt of the team's official site reports.

Impact Johnson was on Carolina's practice squad to start the season but was elevated from it for Week 1's loss to the Saints. The veteran safety only appeared on special teams for the matchup, which has typically been his role the last two seasons, while playing with the Titans and Saints.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lonnie Johnson Jr. Could Not Reach New Deal With Saints, Heads To Reunion With Texans The versatile defensive back shared his love for New Orleans announcing his own departure after not being able to come to terms on a new dea...

MARCH 11, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

Former 2nd-round pick Lonnie Johnson agrees to terms, will return to Houston Despite a rocky exit, Lonnie Johnson is back with the Houston Texans as a depth piece in the Texans’ secondary and special teams.

MARCH 11, 2024 • USATODAY.COM

Texans Sign Corner Lonnie Johnson Jr The 2024 free agency period will be a busy time for the Houston Texans, who are one of the top destinations with nearly $70.0 million to spe...

MARCH 11, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Photos: Lonnie Johnson Jr. surprises Rouses Markets customers with Thanksgiving groceries New Orleans Saints cornerback Lonnie Johnson Jr. visited a Rouses Markets location on Wednesday, November 22 and surprised 20 customers by p...

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • NEWORLEANSSAINTS.COM

Playing Thursday Johnson (hamstring) is active for Thursday night's game against the Jaguars.

Impact The backup safety is back after missing two straight games. Johnson has played in four games this season and recorded three tackles, two passes defensed and an interception.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lonnie Johnson Jr. 1-on-1 w/ Erin Summers on What's Brewing presented by Community Coffee New Orleans Saints cornerback Lonnie Johnson Jr. talks to Erin Summers about his early production, getting 1st-team reps, and family life ah...

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • NEWORLEANSSAINTS.COM

Lonnie Johnson Jr. 1-on-1 w/ Erin Summers | New Orleans Saints

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • YOUTUBE

NFL player Lonnie Johnson inspires kids at camp in hometown of Gary: 'It's important for Lonnie that he gives back' New Orleans Saints cornerback Lonnie Johnson Jr. has reminders tattooed on his body that signify the violence and despair he escaped in Gary...

JUNE 12, 2023 • TWINCITIES.COM

Photos: Lonnie Johnson Jr. hosts annual "Protect the Youth camp" in Indiana New Orleans Saints defensive back Lonnie Johnson Jr. hosted his annual "Protect the Youth" football camp in his hometown of Gary, Indiana at...

JUNE 12, 2023 • NEWORLEANSSAINTS.COM

New Orleans Saints make versatile additions in defensive back Lonnie Johnson Jr. and tackle Storm Norton Johnson plays three secondary positions, Norton fills at both offensive tackle spots

MARCH 22, 2023 • NEWORLEANSSAINTS.COM

Five things to know about New Orleans Saints defensive back Lonnie Johnson Jr. Had three interceptions for Texans in 2021

MARCH 21, 2023 • NEWORLEANSSAINTS.COM

Lonnie Johnson Jr. joins the New Orleans Saints | Meet the Team Photos New Orleans Saints announced that they have signed with free agent defensive back Lonnie Johnson Jr. on Tuesday, March 21, 2023. Check out L...

MARCH 21, 2023 • NEWORLEANSSAINTS.COM

New Orleans Saints agree to terms with defensive back Lonnie Johnson Jr. on one-year contract Latest Saints transactions presented by Shift4

MARCH 21, 2023 • NEWORLEANSSAINTS.COM

Signs with New Orleans Johnson signed a one-year contract with the Saints on Monday, John Hendrix of SI.com reports.

Impact Johnson will provide depth in New Orleans' secondary while also contributing on special teams. The 27-year-old defensive back has appeared in 56 NFL games split between Houston and Tennessee.

MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Report: Saints Sign DB Lonnie Johnson Jr. The Saints have added a defensive back to the roster in Lonnie Johnson Jr.

MARCH 20, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Back to active roster Tennessee activated Johnson (hamstring) from injured reserve Saturday, Jim Wyatt of the team's official site reports.

Impact Johnson missed the minimum four games while on injured reserve due to a hamstring injury he suffered in Week 10, but he'll presumably return to game action Sunday against the Chargers. He's played primarily on special teams this year, but with Amani Hooker (knee) sidelined, Johnson may see a few extra snaps on defense in Week 15.

DECEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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Panthers could be without both starting guards on Sunday against the winless Bengals